Reactions to the New Deal: EOC Review Insights

What was a common criticism of Roosevelt's New Deal?

• It interfered too much in people's lives

• It was too lenient on banking regulations

• It reduced government transparency

• It ignored agricultural issues

Who proposed a pension plan for older adults as a precursor to the Social Security Act?

• Father Coughlin

• Huey Long

• Francis Townsend

• Liberty League

Which act was ruled unconstitutional, leading to a significant Supreme Court case?

• National Recovery Act

• Social Security Act

• Labor Standards Act

• Banking Reform Act

What was Roosevelt's solution to the Supreme Court's opposition to the New Deal?

• Resignation from presidency

• Reduction of the Supreme Court's powers

• Introduction of the court-packing scheme

• Impeachment of opposing justices

What was the primary goal of Roosevelt's court-packing plan?

• To completely restructure the federal government

• To appoint additional justices to support New Deal legislation

• To gain public support for the New Deal

• To reduce the number of Supreme Court justices

What was the primary outcome of Roosevelt's court-packing scheme?

• The Supreme Court began to support New Deal legislation

• The scheme was widely accepted by Congress

• It resulted in the reduction of the Supreme Court's powers

• It led to the impeachment of several justices

How did the New Deal change public expectations of government during economic downturns?

• People expected less government intervention

• People expected more direct financial assistance

• People expected the government to intervene and assist

• People expected the government to stay out of economic matters

Which New Deal program is still in effect that ensures banks?

• National Recovery Administration

• Public Works Administration

• Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)

• Civilian Conservation Corps

What was the main purpose of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) created in 1933?

• To establish military bases

• To provide jobs and improve living standards

• To enhance urban development

• To promote organic farming

How did the Social Security Act affect the relationship between the U.S. government and its citizens?

• It allowed for more direct input in government decisions

• It increased distrust in government power

• It decreased government involvement in personal finances

• It made the government more responsible for economic welfare